When Designers Ask, "Where are the flying cars?" they end up with--Motorized Shoes!

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Well, it turns out that motorized shoes are possible! After spending years researching, designing and developing a variety of different prototypes, the miniaturization of certain technologies found in smart phones, laptops and radio controlled cars has finally made it possible for a small design firm to integrate them all into a pair of "shoes"….. so that you can go for a spin.


spnKiX are battery powered, motorized skates that strap right on to your shoes. They are hand controlled by a wireless remote. All hardware and electronics are integrated into a frame made of fiber reinforced nylon. One motor and battery pack per foot.


A wireless remote controls both feet at once. The remote straps to your hand and you can vary the throttle with the continuously variable speed control. According to spnKIX, they come with removable training wheels so anyone can master them easily. 

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  1. If they can be considered as the equivalent of flying cars, I wonder if a car accident lawyer orlando would defend if collisions do happen on these.

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